Tender

Welcome Back Amphitheatre Events Commission

MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Jun 2021 at 10:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Maidstone Borough Council is inviting tenders for the "Welcome Back Amphitheatre Events Commission". This initiative is part of the council's effort to support post-pandemic recovery, funded by the £56 million Welcome Back Fund from the European Regional Development Fund. The procurement is categorised under business services, with a focus on promoting arts and cultural activities aimed at revitalising the town centre. The tender was released on 18th June 2021, with the deadline for expressions of interest set for 2nd July 2021 and completed tender submissions due by 9th July 2021. The successful contractor will be appointed by 16th July 2021, with the contract period commencing on 30th July 2021 and ending on 31st October 2021.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the arts, cultural, and event management sectors, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in cultural programming, event organisation, and community engagement should consider applying, as the project aims to enhance local tourism and community cohesion. Engaging in this contract can not only contribute to the economic revitalisation of Maidstone but also establish long-lasting relationships with the council and local community stakeholders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Welcome Back Amphitheatre Events Commission

Notice Description

Maidstone Borough Council has been allocated funding from the Welcome Back Fund, part of PS56 million provided to councils across England from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) to support the safe return to high streets and help build back better from the pandemic. It builds on the PS50 million Reopening High Street Safely Fund (RHSSF) allocated to councils in 2020 and forms part of the wider support government is providing to communities and businesses. The Council is seeking to develop new arts and cultural activities that will help to reanimate the town centre, encourage people back safely, contribute to community cohesion and generate economic impact for local businesses. Not only will an improved cultural offer encourage tourism and provide safe options for people to reunite with friends and family, it will also contribute to the Council's wider ambitions for cultural place-making, regeneration and economic growth for the town. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 18th June 2021 Deadline for Expression of Interest: 12:00pm Friday 2nd July 2021 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Friday 9th July 2021 Evaluation: w/c 12th July 2021 Appointment of contractor: by Friday 16th July 2021 All expressions of interest, and subsequent communications or proposal submissions, must be made via the Kent Business Portal: www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5281883-f11c-4c2b-bb79-4a8c8e02b0f4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jul 2021 - 31 Oct 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dan Hutchins
Contact Email
dan.hutchins@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1892554425

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6JQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
High Street
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

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